Effect of community-based distribution of misoprostol on facility delivery: a scoping review

• Main Authors: Gizachew Tadele Tiruneh (Author), Bereket Yakob (Author), Wubegzier Mekonnen Ayele (Author), Muluneh Yigzaw (Author), Meselech Assegid Roro (Author), Araya Abrha Medhanyi (Author), Etenesh Gebreyohannes Hailu (Author), Yibeltal Tebekaw Bayou (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2019-11-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Introduction Community distribution of misoprostol to pregnant women in advance of labor is one of the compelling strategies for preventing postpartum hemorrhage. Concerns have been reported that misoprostol distribution could reduce facility delivery or lead to misuse of the medication. Th...